Florence Private tour, Private Tour in the Medici Chapels
You will get to know many historical and curious facts about the Medici Family and Michelangelo whose life was strongly linked to this family.
Private Tour:
Ref:
FLO008
Up to:
5
People
Duration:
1,5
hour(s)
Activity level:
About this tour...
The complex of the Medici Chapels consists of the New Sacristy (Sacrestia Nuova), the Chapel of the Princes (Cappella dei Principi), and the Crypt of the Medici family.
The New Sacristy was entirely designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti as a funerary chapel for the tombs of Lorenzo de Medici (the Magnificent), his brother Giuliano, Lorenzo Duke of Urbino, and Giuliano Duke of Nemours.
Inside the New Sacristy, we can admire some of Michelangelo's finest sculptures: Day and Night, Dusk and Dawn, Madonna and Child, and the Dukes Lorenzo and Giuliano de Medici. The New Sacristy is a true masterpiece of the Florentine Renaissance.
The Chapel of the Princes was designed to hold the tombs of the Medici Grand Dukes. The lavish interior is covered in colorful marble inlays of semi-precious stones, mother of pearl, lapis-lazuli, and coral. The huge dome is frescoed with scenes from the Old and New Testaments. The six sarcophagi of Medici Grand Dukes are still here, even if there is nobody buried there.
The Crypt houses the graves of 50 members of the Medici family, including the Grand Duke Cosimo I and his wife Eleonora di Toledo.
Highlights: You will get to know many historical and curious facts about the Medici Family and the great Michelangelo whose life was strongly linked to this family.
Meeting point
Rail or Bus Station, or in front of the museum.
A note from your guide
What is included
Guiding service.
I'll give you the link to the official site of the museums where you can personally and in advance purchase your tickets, including timed reservations to avoid lines.
What is extra
Tickets for Museums that you will purchase with my help, online, and in advance. Earphones whispers.
Personal Expenses Souvenirs Public Transportation TicketsFood, Drinks, Snacks
Options €
This Tour is available in:
Child friendly
Wheel chair friendly
Type of transportation
Italian, English, Bulgarian
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yes
I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
Your Private Tour Guide
Ghergana
Buongiorno!!! I was born with an innate love for art and history. As a little girl, I adored looking at the many art books my grandfather owned and dreamt of being in those places. After finishing high school I wanted to follow my passion of studying fine arts and I became a textile designer. My life journey led me to Florence, Italy, where I went to study the beautiful Italian language. Spending time in Florence, learning the language, the culture, the people, the customs, the history, the fashion all made me fall in love with Florence and Italy. Like they say " I left my heart in Florence" ❣
While I was there I found the Italian culture to be very similar to the culture of my own country, Bulgaria. That helped me make my final decision to stay in Florence to continue my exploration of all that is Italian.
I was privileged to be employed by well-known designer houses in Florence. While working in the fashion industry I never forgot my passion for the fine arts. During my free time, I loved to explore the rich Italian history and architecture. I loved walking the beautiful narrow streets of Florence with my Cavalier King dog - Junior. We both admired the breathtaking architecture around the city on both sides of the Arno River. I love architecture, it stimulates my hungry brain and is food for my soul. On those walks, I started learning and researching the unique and diverse collection of architectural buildings in Florence. All that beauty led me to further educate myself to become a professional tourist guide. I am extremely happy that my work incorporates the things I love the most: art, history, and fashion.
It is my pleasure to create tours that will create unforgettable moments for you during your visit in beautiful Florence and to share this city with you during your stay!! I am looking forward to your call! Ciao and buona giornata!
From
private-tour-in-the-medici-chapels
€
190
Prices are generally for the whole group and not per person (except for tours including meals and other entrance fees to attractions included in the tour).
Variations (+ or -) may apply depending on the number of people and will be calculated before adding to Cart.
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